Two projects expected to add 140 new childcare spots in Lawrence; center partners with KC area provider
A nonprofit that is trying to help fill an estimated shortage of 2,500 childcare slots in Douglas County, has two new projects coming online soon. The Lawrence-based Community Children’s Center has announced partnerships with two new childcare providers that ultimately will be able to ...
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Lawrence school board approves $235K salary for superintendent
The Lawrence school board on Monday approved Superintendent Jeanice Swift’s employment contract with an annual salary of $235,000. Swift was ...
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Lawrence senior guard commits to Butler Community College
Brynnae Johnson wasn’t sure if her dream of playing college basketball was feasible after tearing her ACL and meniscus her junior year. At the ...
Douglas County commissioners approve site plan to help open Franklin Cemetery up for burials once again
Douglas County permanently closes drop-off recycling location at Stull Community of Faith Church
Douglas County will be permanently closing a drop-off recycling location at Stull Community of Faith Church due to illegal dumping. A new ...
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Two projects expected to add 140 new childcare spots in Lawrence; center partners with KC area provider
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